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Reference Librarian
-Diamond Law Library-
The Diamond Law Library at Columbia University has an opening for a
Reference Librarian. Reference Librarians provide general and in-depth
reference service in Anglo-American, international and foreign law to
faculty, students and others at the Law School Library; and share
departmental administrative responsibilities with other reference
librarians on a rotating basis. Responsibilities also include searching
legal, bibliographic and other databases via the Internet and other
sources; training law students and others in the use of legal materials and
databases through extensive classroom teaching, the leading of tours, and
one-on-one instruction; preparing bibliographies and instructional
materials; assisting with the coordination of interlibrary loan
transactions; and other related duties. Reference Librarians share regular
evening and weekend hours.
Requirements: JD and MLS from accredited institutions or the equivalent
combination of training and experience; reading knowledge of at least one
foreign language; extensive experience with use of legal and non-legal
electronic information resources; good communications skills; strong
service orientation and organizational skills; high level understanding of
digital information systems and software; and experience with web site
creation. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides
outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual
community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia also
presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New
York City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable
depth and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and
services. The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality,
professionalism, innovation and leadership.
We offer excellent benefits including 100% Columbia tuition exemption for
self and family and assistance with University housing. Columbia will also
pay 50% tuition for your dependent child who is a candidate for an
undergraduate degree at another accredited college or university.
For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume and the name/contact
information for 3 references to: libjobs2@columbia.edu using a single
attachment. Please reference Search # UL70108010 in the subject line of
your email and include your e-mail address. Applications will be accepted
immediately and until the position is filled; however, applications
submitted before August 1, 2008 will receive priority consideration.
Columbia University is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply
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